Assistant Controller at Flourish Research

, , United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 Jan, 26

Salary

150000.0

Posted On

12 Oct, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Accounting, Finance, GAAP Compliance, M&A, Audit Readiness, ERP Optimization, Data Migration, Excel, NetSuite, Power BI, Process Improvement, Communication, Problem Solving, Risk Assessment, Attention to Detail, Organizational Skills

Industry

Biotechnology Research

Description

Flourish Research is looking for motivated, talented, creative individuals who want to learn and grow in their careers while contributing to research that changes lives! We offer an excellent comprehensive benefits package, a supportive and collaborative work environment, and endless growth opportunities. We have an opening for an Assistant Controller to join our growing accounting team! This is a Remote position. The Assistant Controller will oversee day-to-day accounting operations for our site network and ensure GAAP compliance. This role supports the Controller across financial close, technical accounting, internal controls, M&A, and audit readiness, while collaborating closely with operational teams across multiple research sites. The Assistant Controller also mentors accounting team members and serves as a bridge between operations, finance, and executive leadership. This role reports to the Controller, Sr. Director of Finance, and partners cross-functionally with FP&A, Tax, Treasury, and Operations. Schedule: Monday-Friday, Normal Business Hours Compensation: $140k - $150k base salary + 15% annual bonus Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance plans, 401(k) with 4% match, tuition reimbursement, parental leave, referral program, employee assistance program, life insurance, disability insurance, and 15 days of PTO + 10 company holidays. RESPONSIBILITIES Oversee accounting and reporting activities at newly acquired sites to ensure compliance with internal policies, GAAP, and applicable regulatory requirements. Support tracking of project budgets and expenditures; provide documentation for audits and tax compliance. Support system enhancements, ERP optimization, and accounting automation initiatives. Partner with FP&A, Tax, Treasury, and Operations to align accounting with business goals. Collaborate with project managers and clinical staff to gather and analyze financial data related to ongoing projects. Work with Controller on M&A integrations; establish workflow for clean accounting hand-off to Directors post-integration; act as a key stakeholder for newly acquired sites. Drive ASC 805 valuation work and data integration. Lead tax and audit engagements with the Controller. Develop standardized processes surrounding integration work within the month-end close cycle. Represent Flourish Research in a professional and courteous manner (verbal, written, and in appearance) when interacting with all staff, clients, and vendors. Additional duties as assigned by management. QUALIFICATIONS Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance. Experience: Minimum 7+ years in accounting or finance; CPA preferred. Experience with data migration, ERP implementations, and working with large data sets in Excel. Accounting qualification or relevant work experience is preferable. Experience with NetSuite and Power BI is a plus. Experience in a start-up environment with agility and tolerance for ambiguity Knowledge & Skills: Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Effective communication with team members and stakeholders; excellent oral and written skills. Proficient in NetSuite and Office 365; strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Strong problem-solving, risk assessment, and impact analysis abilities. Demonstrated process-improvement experience. Flexible; able to multitask and prioritize competing demands. Able to think independently and influence when appropriate. Flourish Research offers an excellent comprehensive benefits package, a supportive and collaborative work environment, and endless growth opportunities. Apply today to learn more about how you can join us in our mission to save and improve the lives of others! Flourish Research is where clinical trials thrive. Flourish Research represents one of the industry's most progressive and diversified clinical trial companies with robust capabilities in the therapeutic areas of cardiology/metabolic disorders/renal, CNS, pulmonology, and vaccines. At Flourish Research, we strive toward excellence. In clinical trials and healthcare, excellence means everyone deserves the best care, regardless of their race, color, gender identity, religion, ethnicity, physical abilities, age, sexual orientation, or veteran status. We embrace employees, customers, and patients from these underrepresented groups to help make this vision a reality. Flourish Research is driven by a diverse and inclusive community of passionate people who are committed to improving the quality of life of communities around the world. Flourish is committed to a safe work environment where all employees, customers, and patients are included, and treated with dignity and respect. Flourish Research strives to build an organization that attracts and leverages diversity in our staff, which reflects the diversity of our local communities. We promote education, acceptance, and inclusion because there is beauty in diversity. The more diversity we have in our team, the more unique perspectives, and ideas we share, and the better prepared we are to serve our communities. WE SEE YOU. WE ARE YOU. WE EMBRACE YOU. WE CELEBRATE YOU! It is the policy of Flourish Research not to discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of age, color, sex, disability, national origin, race, religion, or veteran status.

Responsibilities

The Assistant Controller will oversee day-to-day accounting operations and ensure GAAP compliance. This role supports the Controller across financial close, technical accounting, internal controls, M&A, and audit readiness.